• Following its initial 2012-13 series orders, NBC has picked up a 10-episode pirate drama from Luther creator Neil Cross. The project, titled Crossbones, centers on some of the world’s most notorious pirates as they forge a rogue nation.

• Jimmy Kimmel Live will broadcast from the host’s native Brooklyn from Oct. 29 to Nov. 2.

• SOAPnet will air a Jane By Design marathon Sunday, June 3, leading into the ABC Family dramedy’s summer premiere on Tuesday, June 5.

• ABC has renewed America’s Funniest Home Videos for a 23rd season, to bow this fall. Wife Swap has also received a 13-episode pickup.